March weather forecast
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius

March

Weather in March

As the calendar turns to March, the weather follows its preceding month closely, albeit a substantial reduction in rainfall down to 72mm (2.83") on average. The days start to shorten, however, the humidity, temperatures and wind speed remain consistent, fostering a mildly comfortable atmosphere. With the UV index maintaining its stead, necessary caution while basking outdoors in daytime is suggested. Despite the slight decline in rainfall, the month is anything but dry. Overall March endorses a remarkable balance in climatic factors.

Temperature

Upon the onset of March, Petit Bel Air witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.9°C (82.2°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. March's average low-temperature is a still warm 25.9°C (78.6°F), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Heat index

For March, the heat index is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). If one remains active during constant exposure, it might cause exhaustion and heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Petit Bel Air, in March, during 21.8 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Petit Bel Air, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.8 days and collects up to 550mm (21.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:10 +04.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Petit Bel Air are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in March translates into the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Petit Bel Air in March?
The high-temperature, in March, in Petit Bel Air, is 27.9°C (82.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 25.9°C (78.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Petit Bel Air?
The average relative humidity in March in Petit Bel Air, Mauritius, is 78%.
How many days does it rain in March in Petit Bel Air?
In Petit Bel Air, Mauritius, in March, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Petit Bel Air have in March?
In Petit Bel Air, the average day length in March is 12h and 13min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Petit Bel Air?
On the first day of March in Petit Bel Air, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:10 +04.
How many hours of sunshine does Petit Bel Air have in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Petit Bel Air?
The months with the highest UV index in Petit Bel Air are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in March in Petit Bel Air?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Petit Bel Air, Mauritius, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (22.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius
  • Average wind speed in March: 19.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (24.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall in March: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (14mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall days in March: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4 days).

Average UV index in March
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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